Winter Gem Boxwood | 20 Live Plants | Buxus microphylla Japonica ‘Winter Gem’ | Compact Evergreen Shrubs | Formal Garden Plants for Borders

Winter Gem Boxwood (Buxus microphylla japonica ‘Winter Gem’), often referred to as Korean boxwood, is a refined evergreen shrub ideal for shaping neat, low hedges or adding structured beauty to any garden design. This compact variety offers dense, oval-shaped green foliage that stays vibrant throughout the year, making it a favorite for classic borders, edging, and foundation plantings. Whether used in traditional garden layouts or contemporary landscapes, Winter Gem provides long-lasting structure and charm. Adaptable to full sun or partial shade, this Korean-type boxwood thrives in various soil conditions and is known for its reliable performance. Its rounded form responds well to pruning, making it perfect for shaping into formal hedges, topiaries, or accent plants in beds and containers. Winter Gem’s year-round foliage color and easy maintenance make it a popular choice for homeowners and landscape professionals looking to create elegant outdoor spaces with minimal upkeep.

Naturally upright growth offers a sculpted look for walkways formal entrances patio borders and neatly clipped hedges or screens
Evergreen Landscape Accent – Maintains rich green color in all seasons, adding timeless structure to pathways, garden beds, and entryways.
Pruning-Friendly Shape – Rounded form can be easily sheared into clean edges, spheres, or decorative topiary in both formal and informal gardens.
Versatile Planting Options – Works well in foundation plantings, along fences, in planters, or to highlight entrances and garden architecture.
Garden Staple Shrub – A low-maintenance favorite used for framing, symmetry, and evergreen interest in landscape designs of all styles.